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Government British drivers are against plans to ban diesels from city centres

British drivers are against plans to ban diesels from city centres

But Bristol is set to introduce just such a ban in 2021.
By James Fossdyke Dec 02, 2019
Government Nottinghamshire is the UK

Nottinghamshire is the UK's pothole capital

The county is way ahead of second-placed Devon.
By James Fossdyke Dec 02, 2019
Corporate / Financial Judge rules Mahindra Roxor looks too much like a Jeep

Judge rules Mahindra Roxor looks too much like a Jeep

The legal battle continues.
By Nico Ylanan Nov 29, 2019
Corporate / Financial Uber loses London licence, again

Uber loses London licence, again

It can continue to operate while it appeals the decision.
By Dominik Wilde Nov 26, 2019
Government Tory manifesto promises £2bn pothole fund

Tory manifesto promises £2bn pothole fund

But that's about a fifth of what filling all the UK's potholes would cost.
By James Fossdyke Nov 26, 2019
Government Car tax evasion rate falls, but government still losing up to £94m

Car tax evasion rate falls, but government still losing up to £94m

It's the first time evasion has fallen since the paper tax disc was abolished.
By James Fossdyke Nov 22, 2019
Government Half of UK drivers think local roads are getting worse

Half of UK drivers think local roads are getting worse

The RAC says drivers would like to see car tax ring-fenced for road maintenance.
By James Fossdyke Nov 22, 2019
Government English councils rake in almost £1bn profit from parking operations

English councils rake in almost £1bn profit from parking operations

Westminster alone made almost £70 million from parking fees and charges.
By James Fossdyke Nov 20, 2019
Green Government asked to

Government asked to 'back fleet sector' with plug-in car grants

The BVRLA wants the grants for EV buyers to continue beyond 2020.
By James Fossdyke Nov 11, 2019
Safety Taxi reforms

Taxi reforms 'urgently needed' as driver numbers rise, says councils

Local Government Association says the rules are needed to boost safety.
By James Fossdyke Nov 11, 2019
Green Drivers

Drivers' group urges government to reject Bristol's diesel ban

But the mayor says alternative plans will impact the lowest-income families "disproportionately".
By James Fossdyke Nov 11, 2019
Green Government calls on councils to boost electric car charging network

Government calls on councils to boost electric car charging network

But councils say they need long-term funding to do it.
By James Fossdyke Nov 06, 2019
Safety Government to

Government to 'close loophole' in phone driving laws

New laws will ensure motorists can be punished for using their phone to take pictures while driving.
By James Fossdyke Nov 04, 2019
Government More than 200,000 fines already issued for London ULEZ for non-payment

More than 200,000 fines already issued for London ULEZ for non-payment

The system was only introduced in April
By James Fossdyke Oct 31, 2019
Government DfT wants

DfT wants 'longer-term funding' for councils to maintain roads

But the department also says maintenance is "not just about funding".
By James Fossdyke Oct 29, 2019
Government Insurers call for cut in Insurance Premium Tax

Insurers call for cut in Insurance Premium Tax

The Association of British Insurers says a lower tax rate could save families £100 a year.
By James Fossdyke Oct 25, 2019
Government Government contemplates green number plates for EVs

Government contemplates green number plates for EVs

Electric cars could get even more green...
By James Fossdyke Oct 23, 2019
Government Autobahn speed limit proposal fails in German Parliament

Autobahn speed limit proposal fails in German Parliament

Someone actually wanted to employ a speed limit on the Autobahn?
By Jacob Oliva Oct 21, 2019
Government 2040 ban on petrol and diesel sales

2040 ban on petrol and diesel sales 'may yet prove premature'

British drivers' group suggests petrol and diesel will still have a part to play.
By James Fossdyke Oct 21, 2019
Technology Authorities turn to drones for help managing M6 roadworks

Authorities turn to drones for help managing M6 roadworks

The unmanned aircraft are used to keep tabs on the roadworks
By James Fossdyke Oct 18, 2019
Government Government reveals plans to keep Kent moving if there

Government reveals plans to keep Kent moving if there's no deal

Operation Brock is designed to keep the M20 moving in both directions.
By James Fossdyke Oct 17, 2019
Green Councils want more powers to tackle air pollution

Councils want more powers to tackle air pollution

Organisation representing councils says "robust national action" is required.
By James Fossdyke Oct 15, 2019
Safety London proposes new schemes to make roadworks less disruptive

London proposes new schemes to make roadworks less disruptive

Measures include a new "Roadworks Charter" designed to improve safety.
By James Fossdyke Oct 11, 2019
Safety New data released to stop vehicles hitting bridges in London

New data released to stop vehicles hitting bridges in London

At present, London's authorities are dealing with "at least" two 'bridge strikes' a month.
By James Fossdyke Oct 10, 2019
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